The Claremont House - A Historic Delta Treasure- 5010 Old Highway 49, Clarksdale, MS
Set behind rows of majestic oak trees and located behind a long, private drive off Old 49, The Claremont House is a hidden gem of the Mississippi Delta. This stately country home, built in 1917, sits on 5.8 peaceful acres offering a rare blend of timeless charm and rich local history with Delta farmland as the backdrop!
Located just 4 miles south of Clarksdale in the historic community of Claremont (formerly known as Rose), this home once stood along the route of the Yazoo and Mississippi Valley Railroad and served a community with its own post office from 1905 to 1932. Today, it remains a graceful symbol of Delta heritage and rural beauty.
The Claremont House features:
-5 Bedrooms | 2 Bathrooms
-Approximately 3,596 square feet of living space
-Built in the American Foursquare architectural style with Craftsman influences popular from the late 1800s through the 1930s
-Original hardwood flooring throughout
-9-10 ft ceilings
-Charming crown molding
-Multiple original light fixtures
-Formal living room with enduring character
-Library/den with a coal-burning fireplace
-Formal dining room with vintage appeal
-Butler's Pantry located between kitchen and dining room
-Beautiful winding staircase that is central to the home
-Sun porch upstairs that also served as a ''sleeping porch'' for the previous owners
-Screened porch downstairs overlooking the grounds and perfect for relaxed Southern mornings and evenings
-Spacious unfinished basement
-Carport for convenient covered parking
Outdoor Features and Extras:
-Columned front porch with a view of of some of the 5+ acres that surround the property
-Towering magnolia trees and open farmland create a picturesque Delta setting
-Located on Hopson Bayou, offering serene views and a natural backdrop
-Unrenovated bonus space with electricity and a fireplace—great potential as a ''shack-style'' Airbnb, studio, or guest retreat with lots of character
-Detached gazebo-style ''summer house'' overlooking the bayou, complete with a storm cellar
-Long gravel driveway enhances the sense of seclusion and classic estate appeal
-Private and peaceful, yet only minutes from the live music and cultural scene at Hopson (only 2.5 miles away)
A Rare Opportunity:
The Claremont House offers more than just a home-it's a piece of Mississippi Delta history. Whether you are seeking a serene rural retreat, a restoration project with income potential, or a grand historic permanent residence, this unique property is a timeless treasure ready to be reimagined and enjoyed!
Pending
$250,000
5010 Old Highway 49 S, Clarksdale, MS 38614
5beds
3,596sqft
Est.:
Residential, Single Family Residence
Built in 1917
5.8 Acres Lot
$-- Zestimate®
$70/sqft
$-- HOA
What's special
Open farmlandElectricity and a fireplaceBeautiful winding staircaseDelta farmlandPrivate driveMajestic oak treesSleeping porch
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